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VFV 620K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

48,452 mi
Last recorded48,452 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFV 620K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 48,452 miles

O/s inner and outer lower sills showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 48,452 miles

O/s inner and outer lower sills showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 48,366 miles

o/s/f tyre tread perishing

Fail 20 Apr 2015 48,366 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f tyre tread perishing

rear UJ joint worn

Pass 20 May 2014 47,761 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 47,694 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 47,693 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 47,516 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front floor rusted

rear u j worn

Fail 7 Jul 2006 47,516 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front floor rusted

rear u j worn

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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VFV 620K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFV 620K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VFV 620K?

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What year was VFV 620K registered?

VFV 620K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1972.

Is VFV 620K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFV 620K shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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